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McCandless, PA

McCandless is a township with home rule status in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 29,709 at the 2020 census. It is a northern suburb of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

McCandless is part of the North Allegheny School District and participates in the multi-municipality Northland Public Library. It has been ranked highly among Money Magazine's "Best Places to Live".

Though McCandless no longer operates under the First Class Township Code, it is classified as a first-class township for certain purposes. The inclusion of the word "Town" in its name sometimes confuses, it since with one exception, a "town" is not a municipal unit in Pennsylvania.

Native American artifacts, primarily the Iroquois Nation, have been found in areas of the township. Early written history includes a visit by George Washington and his guide, Christopher Gist, in 1753.

The state of Pennsylvania enacted legislation to gain Continental Script, a quickly depreciating currency during the Revolutionary War. The legislation ordered a plan to sell Iroquois land that was known as the Depreciation Lands at the time; this land included the North Hills. Soldiers redeemed their certificates by receiving cash or Iroquois land. Because of this, Iroquois unrest emerged and did not stop until the Iroquois were defeated in 1794.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 16.6 square miles (43 km²), of which 16.5 square miles (43 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²), or 0.66%, is water. The municipality lies on the Allegheny Plateau and is characterized by generally hilly terrain. A floodplain lies in the area of Pine Creek, which cuts a deep valley through the central portion of the township.

McCandless places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. UPMC Passavant Hospital and AHN McCandless Neighborhood Hospital offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Schoolhouse Yoga Pittsburgh offers a range of yoga classes suitable for different levels and preferences. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For a more structured workout, Fitness 19 offers state-of-the-art gym facilities and personal training sessions. If you're into group fitness, try LA Fitness for a variety of classes including yoga, cycling, and Zumba. Rejuvenate your body with holistic therapies at Elements Massage.

Top sites in McCandless, PA include Fountain of Youth, North Park, and Gravity Hill.

Population: 29,038 (2022). Area: 16.60 sq mi (43.00 km²). Elevation: 1,040 feet (317 m). ZIP Code: 15090. Area code: 412.

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What is the history of McCandless, PA?

The township was founded in 1851 and called "Taylor Township". The area was incorporated in 1857 as a second-class township and renamed "McCandless Township" in honor of District Judge Wilson McCandless. The published population was 1,482 persons. During the 1800s McCandless Township was primarily a farming community. During the War of 1812, an important supply route for the transportation of war materials from Pittsburgh to Commodore Perry's forces on Lake Erie passed through the area.

Is McCandless, PA, a safe place to live?

McCandless, Pennsylvania has a relatively low rate of crime when compared to the rest of the United States. According to background information, the violent crime rate in McCandless is 9.4, while the average for the US is 22.7. The rate of property crime is also lower in McCandless, at 15.4 compared to the US average of 35.4.

Is McCandless, PA a good place to live?

McCandless Township is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in McCandless Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In McCandless Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in McCandless Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in McCandless Township are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of McCandless

Niche

Bestplaces

Fountain of Youth

North Park

Gravity Hill

UPMC Passavant Hospital

AHN McCandless Neighborhood Hospital

Schoolhouse Yoga Pittsburgh

Planet Fitness

Fitness 19

LA Fitness

Elements Massage

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